Sri Lanka seeks greater ADB backing for post-Ditwah recovery, says Sajith

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ADB Country Representative Takafumi Kadono (left) with Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said Sri Lanka will require enhanced support from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to recover from the damage caused by Cyclone Ditwah.

He made the remarks during a meeting with ADB Country Representative Takafumi Kadono yesterday.

Premadasa also expressed appreciation for the assistance already extended by the ADB, including a $ 10 million facility aimed at supporting small and medium enterprises affected by the disaster.